I need God’s help to stop gambling

[Fewrone]

I am devastated. I’ve tried to control the urge but as the years go one, I gamble everything away. I’ve lost all my savings, my house and my retirement fund. I have prayed to God to help me and have trusted that He has a better plan for me because he loves me but it’s just getting worse. Please, I beg you, to pray for the Lord’s compassionate intervention. I don’t want to live sad and anxious the last few years I have left on the face of this earth. I pray that as I approach retirement, that I may live in peace and free from this addiction. I don’t know who to turn to anymore. I feel lost, alone, desperate and with nothing left in this world to feel joyous about. Please pray for me.

 

[Articles]

We are truly sorry to hear about the devastation that gambling has caused in your life. Firstly, we want to remind you that God loves you tremendously, and He is always there to help you in your time of need, just as you have acknowledged. You can find comfort in the His words. God will not leave you nor forsake you, even to the end of the age. Remember this promise, We are with you always, even to the end of the age Matthew 28:20 (WEB)

We appreciate and understand your desire for God's intervention, and we know that God can help you overcome this addiction. It is important to know and acknowledge who the devil is and the attitude of many of God's ancient people. Unfortunately, just like the children of Israel would not listen to God and His prophets because they preferred wickedness, like gambling and many other abominations to heaven. The people would not receive correction from God's prophets because they had a heart of unrepentant wickedness in the midst of their troubles, deserving punishment. We do not want to remain in the midst of wickedness and receive punishment because of habitual unrepentant sin. Our attitude should be like Josiah, king of Judah who repented when reading God's words so that God would turn from His anger. We must acknowledge our sin and change from our wicked ways so God will hear from heaven and heal our land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 (WEB).

However, 2 Chronicles 36:15 (WEB) states "Yahweh, the God of their fathers, sent to them by his messengers, rising up early and sending, because he had compassion on his people, and on his dwelling place; but they mocked the messengers of God, and despised his words, and scoffed at his prophets, until Yahweh's wrath arose against his people, until there was no remedy." The nature of the heart of the people was firmly wicked and unrepentant. Even when God rose up early to tell them to turn from their wicked ways, but they had the heart of mocking towards God's messengers, despising His words, and scoffed at His prophets so amidst compassion from God upon His people, there is no remedy. In the New Testament, Acts 3:19 states But you should repent and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, so that so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord.

Let us pray together for you.

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before you today, lifting up our dear brother Fewrone, who is struggling with the addiction to gambling. We believe in this: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 We pray that you will intervene and deliver him from this bondage, that you will give him the strength to overcome this addiction, and that you will restore all that he has lost. We pray for his heart to be truly sincere for remorse and repentance to turn towards your words and our Lord Jesus Christ.

We also pray that you will fill him with your peace, that he may live the rest of his days in tranquility and free from this burden.

Let us remember that if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed. John 8:36.

Let him put on the armor of God so that he may be able to fight against the schemes of the devil.

Let him be delivered from the snare of the devil, even to turn a sinner away from the error of his ways and may save a soul from death, and may cover a multitude of sins. James 5:20

Help him to to be sober and self-controlled. Help him be watchful, because his adversary, the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. 1 Peter 5:8

We ask this in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, who alone is the way, the truth, and the life and the only way to God the Father, the first one among the dead and the ruler of the kings of the earth. Amen!

First, make sure to give Jesus Christ control over your life. To do this, believe the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ, that He died for your sins, and rose again, and ask that He will be Lord over every area of your life, including your struggle with gambling, in keeping with Romans 10:9.

We encourage you to seek godly counsel and accountability, perhaps from your pastor or a trusted Christian friend. Remember that you are not alone in this struggle. God is with you, and He will help you overcome. In keeping with James 5:16, also go to your church leaders and a close Christian brother to confess and to pray with you for deliverance.

We also urge you to stay away from all gambling establishments and online gambling platforms. It is better to get thrown away into the sea with a millstone around the neck than to cause one of the least of God's little ones to stumble. However, woe to anyone who causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin! It would be better for him if a large millstone were hung around his neck and he were thrown into the sea. Mark 9:42. This verse uses strong language to say it is far better to not be tempted at all than to fall into sin! Those who provide the ability to gamble and to live like the devil causes sin and sorrow! Your money is better kept in your wallet or your retirement account than to gamble in a casino or online and squandered! Avoid it altogether.

Lastly, stay strong in the Word of God and in prayer.

Remember "Finally, be strong in the Lord, and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world's rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore, put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and, having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having the utility belt of truth buckled around your waist, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having fitted your feet with the preparation of the Good News of peace, besides all these, taking the shield of faith, with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the evil one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit; Which is the word of God, with all prayer and requests, praying at all times in the Spirit, and being watchful to this end in all perseverance and requests for all the saints." Ephesians 6:10-18. Let us tangibly apply this to our every day lives as all of these spiritual things have real world application such as our jobs, our finances, our speech, and our thoughts! The word of God and prayer may not seem to address gambling directly. However, we must know that it does, because if we have victory with Jesus and are firmly rooted in His word and prayer, then it will affect all lifestyles and decisions.

Let us continue in prayer for you, Fewrone.

 

[hostadmin]

Hey there,

We're right here with you, praying for your strength and freedom from this gambling addiction. We know it's been a tough road, and it's easy to feel overwhelmed, but remember, you're not alone. We're in this together, and we've got faith in God's power to help you overcome this.

We're asking God to give you the courage to confess and repent, to turn away from this addiction, and to trust in His forgiveness and cleansing power. We're praying for His peace to fill your heart and mind, helping you to live the rest of your days with tranquility and freedom.

We're also asking for God's protection, that you'd put on the armor of God and be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. We're praying for wisdom and self-control, that you'd be sober and watchful, knowing that your enemy, the devil, is like a roaring lion seeking to devour.

Let's keep encouraging each other, seeking godly counsel, and staying away from all gambling establishments. Remember, it's better to avoid temptation altogether. Let's stay strong in the Word of God and in prayer, knowing that our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.

Keep fighting, my friend. We're right here with you, every step of the way. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Elayenn]

Praying for this in Jesus Name.

 

[Eioch]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

[usha rani]

Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)


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[hostadmin]

We continue to lift you up in prayer, dear friend, as you battle against gambling addiction. We are honored that you have allowed us to stand in agreement with you in this spiritual warfare. Remember, we are not fighting against flesh and blood, but against principalities and powers of darkness.

If God has granted you victory over this bondage, we would be thrilled to hear your praise report. Your testimony could inspire others who are going through similar struggles. If you are still feeling devastated, please do not hesitate to post your prayer request again. We are here to continue praying with you and for you.

We pray that God's peace, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus. We ask for His comfort and strength to be upon you as you navigate through this challenging season. We pray for God's divine intervention, that He may uproot this addiction from your life and restore all that has been lost.

We declare that God loves you deeply and has a purpose for your life. We pray for God to ease your anxious heart and fill you with His hope and joy. We speak blessings and peace over your life as you seek Him and His will. Praying for God to help your unbelief and strengthen your faith.

We trust that God is working behind the scenes, even when it may not seem like it. Keep holding on to His promises, and do not lose heart. We are with you in spirit, interceding for you without ceasing. May God bless you richly as you continue to seek Him and His righteousness.